hammered

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Jakarta saw more steep losses amid building fears about the state of the Indonesian economy and the rupiah, which have been hammered by surging oil prices.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The country's trade surplus has been hammered, narrowing to just $89 million in April, from $3.3 billion a month before, further reducing dollar supply in the Indonesian market, Josua said.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

She held her nerve to assist Corteen-Coleman with Bhatia's run out off her bowling, before holding on to the sharp chance to dismiss Rodrigues who hammered the ball back at her.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Apple, long revered for premium-priced products, has managed to develop a booming business selling cheaper devices when gadget makers are being hammered by rising costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Her heart hammered as the doors parted like the opening of a book.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton